Many people agree that there is nothing more beautiful than wood
flooring; however, with normal use, the beauty and luster of your
floor will eventually be diminished by scuffs, scratches, gouges
and an overall dull and worn appearance.
Before the development of Rx For Wood Floors, your only option
would have been to suffer the inconvenience of leaving your home
during the sanding and refinishing process, as well as the high
cost associated with conventional wood floor refinishing.
With Rx For Wood Floors system you now have another option. This
award-winning technology allows you to have beautifully refinished
floors with no messy sanding, and at about one-half the cost of
having them sanded and refinished.
The secret is to catch wood floor finish problems early, before
the bare wood shows through the finish. Then we can restore
the original finished beauty the easy way with Rx For Wood Floors.
The Rx For Wood Floors Advantage:
Will not change the original floor color.
No sanding and No dust.
No special equipment required.
Low Odor-No special ventilation necessary.
Room is ready to use with in 24 hours.
Very Economical
Here's How It Works...
First the applicator will check for contaminants that would prevent adhesion. For example, if it is determined that there is wax on your wood floor finish, it would need to be removed. Then we begin the three step finishing process.
Step 1 Rx For Wood
Floors no-sanding formula
chemically "sands
the floor." Just
like sanding, this unique
formula abrades the old
finish to receive a beautiful
new topcoat. It
saves the hours, expense,
and the mess of conventional
sanding.
Step 2 Rx For Wood
Floors repair products
are utilized to make
any necessary repairs
to the surface of the
floor before applying
the final finish.
Step 3
Rx
For Wood Floors unique
catalyzed wood finish
is applied and permanently
locks with the original
finish for an attractive,
clear finish that lasts.
The next day,
you'll be enjoying
your newly restored
floors, and enjoying
the satisfaction
of having saved lots
of money with floors
protected by a finish
that's as tough and
durable as it is
beautiful.
Sanding Process
Under construction
General
Hardwood Care
Prevention
from Damages
DIRT and GRIT;
Dirt, grit and
sand are your hardwood
floors worst enemies.
They act like sandpaper
on the finish,
causing scratches,
dents and dulling.
Place floor mats
at entrances to
trap dirt and prevent
damage.
WATER AND OTHER SPILLS; Standing water can warp a poorly finished hardwood floor
and can damage the finish. Simply wipe up all spills as they happen.
USING HARD CLEANERS; Avoid oil soaps. They can build up and create problems
when it's time to put a maintenance coat on the floor. Instead, neutral pH cleaners
made specifically for wood floors are recommended.
FURNITURE MOVE AROUND; Lift the furniture to move it --- avoid dragging. Felt
contacts under the legs will help prevent scratches.
DENTS; Vacuum with a brush attachment
-- don't use vacuums with beater bars.
DIRECT EXPOSURE TO SUN; direct sun can discolor your hardwood floor. Close curtains
and blinds or add sheer drapes to protect from the sun's intense UV rays.
Regular Care:
Canister vacuums with special bare floor attachments are the surest way to get rid of all the dirt and dust. Brooms with fine, exploded ends trap dust and grit effectively.
Maintenance Coat:
If you can't restore your solid
hardwood floor's luster with deep cleaning or by simply buffing,
you may want to apply a maintenance coat. Waxing is an easy way
to restore your hardwood floor's natural beauty. Though a controversial
treatment for surface finishes, floor polish or wax can give you
a good-looking floor in a matter of minutes. Waxing may limit some
refinishing and re-coating options down the road. If not properly
stripped, the wax can cause adhesion problems when re-coating the
surface. If you don't want to apply a wax to your surface finish,
consult our professionals for suitable maintenance coat.
Floor Care Guide
With the proper care, your floors will stay beautiful for many years to come.
Common sense and some preventative steps can lengthen the life of your
floors. A regular cleaning routine will simplify your floor care. Good
preventative maintenance lengthens the time between major renovations,
such as re-waxing, re-coating and refinishing. Everyday dust and dirt are your
floors worst enemy. It is essential to dust, mop, vacuum or sweep regularly.
So, how do you keep your floors as beautiful as the day they were installed or
refinished? Follow these easy steps and always use the manufacturers'
recommended cleaning product.
When the air in your home becomes extremely dry, your floor will lose
moisture and contract. Conversely, when humidity is high, your floor will
absorb moisture and expand slightly. As humidity stabilizes, hardwoods
regain their original dimensions. Air conditioning in summer and humidifying
in winter will keep your home's humidity comfortable for you and your floor.
Prolonged cycles of shrinking and swelling of your hardwood floor may result
in squeaks. They can be easily corrected. In summer, when humidity is at its
highest, it is absorbed by the wood which then expands. These variations
can be minimized with proper ventilation, dehumidifying or heating. In winter,
on the other hand, when the heating system is on, the relative humidity level
in the house is much lower. It is then recommended to use a humidifier, in
order to minimize extreme shrinkage effects
Regularly sweep or vacuum the floor to prevent sand or abrasive dust from
accumulating and scratching the finish.
Place doormats outside and rugs inside at every entrance of the house,
again to prevent sand or abrasive dust from accumulating on the floor.
Place a rug in front of the kitchen sink, kitchen working stations, and the
dishwasher to protect the floor from dropped kitchen accessories and from
water or oily detergent spills.
Use adequate floor protection (wood floor protector pads) under all furniture
and chairs legs, in order to ease their movements and to prevent scratching
the floor.
Protect your floor against direct sunlight or any intense source of artificial
lighting. Over time, intense light will discolor exposed surfaces. This
phenomenon with wood surfaces is normal and natural. The lighter the color
of the natural wood, the more apparent this phenomenon will be. Keep "high
heel" shoes in good condition. Damaged or worn high heels may expose a
metal tip which will certainly damage your hardwood floor.
Maintenance of Hardwood Floors
As with any wood floor, follow a program of cleaning, sweeping and
vacuuming to eliminate as much dirt and grit as possible, and remember
that moisture should not come in contact with the floor. If it does, it should be
wiped up immediately.
Use dirt trapping mats at all exterior doors to keep dirt, sand, and grit
outside. Use rugs at high traffic stations to reduce wear.
Always use manufacturers' recommended cleaning products, which won't
leave a contaminating residue on the floor. If the manufacturer is not known,
use a generic hardwood floor cleaner available at local retail wood flooring
stores. Do not use oils, soaps, or wax products to clean your floor.
Most warranties from finish manufacturers and factory-finished wood flooring
manufacturers are voided by use of oil soap cleaners.
Wipe up spills immediately with a lightly dampened cloth, then follow up with
a recommended cleaning product.
For stubborn stains, lightly dampen a soft cloth with a manufacturer's
recommended cleaner or a generic hardwood floor cleaner. Apply directly to
the stain and repeat as necessary. Never mop your floor with water.
Never place potted plants directly in contact with your flooring, even if they are
placed in waterproof saucers. Condensation can develop under these
saucers and damage your flooring. To avoid this, place your plants on trivets
or stands so that air can circulate underneath.
Dog and cat nails can scratch and dent your floor's surface. Keep nails
trimmed regularly. Immediately clean up pet urine, as it will damage the
floors' finish if left to dry. Use protective pads underneath all furniture legs
that come in contact with the hardwood floor. Remove shoes with spikes or
damaged heels before walking on the floor.
Use area rugs on high traffic pathways and pivot areas such as the ends of
steps and near doorways. All rugs should allow floors to breathe. Avoid
rubber-backed or non-ventilated rugs.
Wipe-up food or other spills immediately, using the manufacturers'
recommended cleaner and a soft cloth. Use a vacuum or broom for dry spills
and abrasives.
If using area rugs in the house, make sure to move them periodically, to
ensure the UV rays don't unevenly fade or change the color of the wood
and/or stain.